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NATIONAL AFFAIRS

Overview of PM Narendra Modi’s Visit to WB & Assam from January 17-18, 2026Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi undertook a two-day official visit to West Bengal(WB) and Assam on January 17 to 18, 2026, focusing on infrastructure development, cultural engagement and regional connectivity initiatives across the two states.
Key Highlights of PM Narendra Modi’s Visit:
In West Bengal:  On January 17 2026, PM Narendra Modi visited Malda to dedicate projects to the nation and lay the foundation stones for multiple rail and road infrastructure initiatives worth Rs.3,250 crore.

• PM Narendra Modi flagged off India’s 1st Vande Bharat Sleeper Train between Howrah (WB)and Guwahati (Kamakhya) (Assam) at Malda town railway station, Malda, WB. In addition to that, he virtually flagged off the Guwahati-Howrah Vande Bharat Sleeper.
• He also laid the foundation stone of 4 major railway projects in WB. He also dedicated to the nation, the electrification of the New Coochbehar-Bamanhat rail sections, enabling cleaner and energy-efficient train operations.
• He also virtually flagged off 4 new Amrit Bharat Express trains and two new train services equipped with Link Hofmann-Busch (LHB) coaches.

Extended Port Gate System: He laid the foundation stone of the Extended Port Gate System at Balagarh, including an Inland Water Transport (IWT) terminal and a Road Over Bridge (ROB).
Hybrid Electric Aluminium Catamaran: He also launched a 50-passenger hybrid electric aluminium catamaran, developed at a cost of Rs 12 crore, marking a significant milestone in the transition toward green inland water transport.

• He also flagged off a new passenger train between Jayrambati and Maynapur and 3 Amrit Bharat Express trains.

In Assam:
Bodo Cultural Programme: On January 17, 2026, PM Narendra Modi attended the ‘Bagurumba Dwhou 2026’ at Sarusajai stadium in Guwahati, Assam.
Kaziranga Elevated Corridor Project: On January 18, 2026, he performed Bhoomi Pujan of the 86 km-long Kaziranga Elevated Corridor Project, a major infrastructure initiative  worth over Rs 6,950 crore during an event held in Kaliabor, Assam.

•  During the event, he virtually flagged off 2 new Amrit Bharat Express trains.

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MoSPI: India’s Unemployment Rate Remains Stable at 4.8% in December 2025In January 2026, the National Statistical Office (NSO) under the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) released the 9th edition of ‘Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) Monthly Bulletin – December 2025’.

• As per the report, Unemployment Rate (UR) among persons aged 15 years and above remained stable at 4.8% in December 2025, compared to 4.7% in November 2025.

Key Findings:
Monthly PLFS: It presents estimates of key labour market indicators viz. Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR), Worker Population Ratio (WPR) and Unemployment Rate (UR) at the all-India level.
Survey Coverage: The December 2025 PLFS monthly estimates are based on a total of 3,73,990 individuals surveyed, comprising 2,13,216 from rural areas and 1,60,774 from urban areas.
UR: The rural UR remained stagnant at 3.9%, while the urban UR increased to 6.7% from 6.5% in the previous month.
LFPR: The overall LFPR among persons of age 15 years and above observed as 56.1% in December, 2025 compared to 55.8% in November, 2025, showing an upward trend.
WPR: The overall WPR for individuals aged 15 years and above, increased from 53.2% in November 2025 to 53.4% in December 2025.
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MoAFW: India’s Rabi Sowing Rises 2.8% to 64.42 Million HectaresIn January 2026, the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare (MoAFW) released the data related to the total area coverage under Rabi crops (winter crops) as on January 09, 2026. As per the data, the total area sown under rabi crops has increased by 2.8% i.e. 1.76 million hectares (Mn ha) to 64.42 Mn ha, compared to 62.6 mn ha recorded in the same period last year.

• The current sown area has also surpassed the seasonal average of 63.78 Mn ha.

Key Highlights of Rabi Season:
Key Contributors: As per the MoAFW, the expansion in sown area was mainly attributed to higher acreage under wheat, rice, pulses and oilseeds.
Wheat & Rice Coverage: The data revealed that the total area sown under Wheat increased by 6.13 lakh hectares (lh) to 33.42 Mn ha in 2025-26 rabi season.

• The total area under Rice stood at 2.17 Mn ha in 2025-26 rabi season.

Pulses Coverage: Also, the total area under Pulses (such as gram, masur)has increased by  3.74 lh, from 13.2 Mn ha(2024-25) to 13.64 Mn ha(2025-26).

• This increase was mainly driven by chana (gram) as total area under it touched 9.58 Mn ha (during 2025-26 season )over 9.12 Mn ha  (2024-25).

Oilseeds Coverage: The total area under Oilseeds (such as rapeseed and mustard) has increased to 9.68 Mn ha, registering an increase of 3.53 lh compared to the last year (9.33 Mn ha).
Coarse Cereals: The total area covered under Coarse cereals (such as jowar, bajra, and ragi) has expanded to 5.52 Mn ha during 2025-26 season compared to 5.31 Mn ha in the same period of the last year.
About Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare (MoAFW):
Union Minister- Shivraj Singh Chouhan (Constituency- Madhya Pradesh, MP)
Minister of State (MoS) – Ram Nath Thakur (Rajya Sabha- Bihar); Bhagirath Choudhary (Constituency- Ajmer, Rajasthan)

Union MoS Dr Jitendra Singh Announces Deployment of 200 Automatic Weather Stations Across 4 CitiesOn 15th January 2026, Union Minister of State (MoS) (Independent charge, IC) Dr Jitendra Singh, Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) and Ministry of Science & Technology(MoS&T), announced the expansion of India’s urban weather observation infrastructure, with the deployment of 200 Automatic Weather Stations(AWS) across four major metropolitan cities.

• The announcement was made at the 151st Foundation Day celebrations of the India Meteorological Department (IMD), functions under the MoES, held at Mausam Bhawan in New Delhi, Delhi.

Key Details:
Key People: The foundation day event was attended by Dr M Ravichandran, Secretary, MoES; Dr Mrutyunjay Mohapatra, Director General(DG) of Meteorology, IMD, along with senior officials, scientists, and members of the IMD family.
Weather Stations: Out of the total 200 AWS, 50 each will be installed in Delhi, Mumbai(Maharashtra), Chennai(Tamil Nadu, TN) and Pune(Maharashtra) during 2026, under Mission Mausam Phase II.

• The weather Stations will provide granular and high-resolution spatial data, enabling more accurate prediction of sudden downpours, thunderstorms, extreme heat events, and rapid pressure changes.
• At present, India operates a network of about 1,000 AWS.

Inauguration of Advanced Facilities: As part of the programme, Union MoS Dr Jitendra Singh inaugurated several key facilities at the IMD campus, including a Model Observatory, a three-dimensional(3D)-Printed AWS, and an Agro-AWS.

• These initiatives underscore India’s focus on indigenously developed, cost-effective, and modular meteorological technologies aimed at improving data accuracy and operational efficiency.

Weather forecasting Progress: India’s weather forecasting capabilities has transformed such as:

• Cyclone track prediction accuracy has increased by nearly 35% to 40%, while errors in monthly and seasonal forecasts have reduced sharply from around 7.5% to nearly 2.5%.
• The number of weather radars has nearly tripled over the past decade, now covering close to 87% of the country’s geographical area.
• India now extends disaster-related weather information and satellite-based support to neighbouring countries, including Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan and Sri Lanka.

About India Meteorological Department (IMD):
It was established to provide critical weather and climate services and also play a vital role in disaster management, agriculture, aviation, and public safety.
Director General (DG)- Dr. Mrutyunjay Mohapatra
Headquarters- New Delhi, Delhi
Established– 1875

Union Minister Jitendra Singh Launches India’s First Open-Sea Marine Fish Farming Project in A & N Islands
On 13 January 2026, Union Minister of State(MoS) (Independent Charge, IC) Jitendra Singh, Ministry of Science and Technology (MoS&T), launched India’s first open-sea Marine Fish Farming project (MFFP) in the Andaman Sea, at North Bay, Sri Vijaya Puram, Andaman and Nicobar(A&N) Islands.

• It is a pilot project designed to promote India’s Blue Economy by utilizing ocean resources for sustainable development and creating livelihood opportunities.

About India’s First Open-Sea Marine Fish Farming Project(MFPP):
Collaboration: The project is being implemented through collaboration between the Ministry of Earth Sciences(MoES), its technical arm National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT) and the Union Territory(UT) Administration Administration of A&N Islands.
Focus: The pilot initiative emphasizes open-sea farming of marine finfish and seaweed under natural ocean conditions, combining scientific innovation with opportunities for livelihood generation.
Components:

• Marine Finfish Cultivation: Use of open‑sea cages developed by NIOT for rearing species such as seabass and cobia in natural ocean environments.
• Seaweed Farming: Distribution of seaweed seeds to local fishers to encourage deep‑water seaweed cultivation.

Union Minister Bhupender Yadav Launches Second NationwideDolphin Survey in Bijnor, UP
In January 2026, Union Minister Bhupender Yadav, Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), launched the second nationwide range-wide estimation of riverine and estuarine dolphins under Project Dolphin, flagged off from Bijnor in Uttar Pradesh (UP).

• The programme builds on the results of India’s first nationwide dolphin population survey conducted during 2021–23.

About Second Rangewide Dolphin Survey:
Coordination and Partnerships: The programme is led by the Wildlife Institute of India (WII) in collaboration with State Forest Departments and partner conservation organizations, including World Wildlife Fund(WWF) India, Aaranyak, and the Wildlife Trust of India (WTI).
Methodology: The survey began with 26 researchers operating from three boats, collecting ecological and habitat data while employing technologies like hydrophones for underwater acoustic monitoring.
Coverage: The first phase focuses on the main stem of the Ganga from Bijnor to Ganga Sagar and the Indus River, while the second phase will extend to the Brahmaputra, Ganga tributaries, the Sundarbans, and Odisha.
Previous Survey Data (2021–23):
Total Dolphins: ~6,327 riverine dolphins recorded nationwide.
Distribution: Highest populations in (UP) and Bihar, followed by West Bengal(WB) and Assam.

MoMSME Approved Establishment of MSME Technology Centre at Pandoga & Parwanoo, HP
In January 2026, the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MoMSME) approved two MSME Technology Centres (TC) at Pandoga area in Una district, and in Parwanoo industrial area in Solan district of Himachal Pradesh (HP).

• These TCs have been approved as part of the 13 new Technology Centre-Extension Centres which are being established across the country.

About MSME TCs
Total Cost: The newly approved TCs will be established at a cost of nearly Rs 10 crore each.
Significance: These MSME TCs are designed to provide MSMEs with access to advanced technology, skilled manpower and specialized technical services.

• These centres are expected to enhance competitiveness, modernization and growth in manufacturing sectors like: engineering, plastics and automation.

Key Facilities: These TCs offer training, tool and die design facilities and access to emerging technologies (including Artificial Intelligence (AI) and robotics), enhancing product quality and operational efficiency.

INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS

India, Sri Lanka, and Maldives Conducts 17th Trilateral Coast Guard Exercise ‘DOSTI 17’ in MaldivesOn 17 January 2026, the 17th edition of the biennial trilateral Coast Guard exercise ‘DOSTI 17’ involving the Indian Coast Guard (ICG), Sri Lanka Coast Guard(SLCG), and the Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF) Coast Guard, commenced in Male, Maldives.

• The biennial maritime exercise was held from 17 to 19 January 2026.

Background: 
History: Exercise DOSTI was initiated in 1991 as a bilateral exercise between the ICG and the MNDF Coast Guard, and expanded into a trilateral exercise including Sri Lanka in 2012.
Previous Edition: The last DOSTI exercise was conducted in February 2024 in the Maldives.
About DOSTI 17 Maritime Exercise:
Delegations: India is represented by a four-member ICG delegation led by Director General (DG) Paramesh Sivamani, while Sri Lanka is represented by Admiral Rohan Joseph, DG of the SLCG.
Phases: The harbour phase was held from 17–19 January 2026 and was followed by an operational sea phase.
Harbour Phase: 

• Focus: The exercise emphasizes collaborative MARPOL (International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships)-based marine pollution response drills while promoting reciprocal learning and strengthening operational capabilities among participants.
• VBSS & SOPs: Conducts joint Visit, Board, Search, and Seizure (VBSS) drills and develops cross-boarding Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to enhance coordination.
• Activities: Features live demonstrations of pollution response equipment and tabletop exercises.

Sea Phase:

• Participants: ICG ships and aircraft will participate to test operational coordination in open-sea conditions.
• Operations: Focuses on search and rescue (SAR) missions and tactical maritime security drills.

Strategic Vision: The exercise supports India’s SAGAR (Security And Growth for All in the Region) vision and Neighbourhood First policy by fostering regional maritime cooperation in the Indian Ocean Region.
About Indian Coast Guard (ICG):
Director General (DG) – Paramesh Sivamani
Headquarters – New Delhi, Delhi
Established – 1977
Motto – Vayam Rakshamah (We Protect)

BANKING & FINANCE

World Bank Approves USD286 Million for West Bengal HealthcareIn January 2026, The World Bank (WB) approved USD286 million financing for the West Bengal Health System Reform Program (WBHSRP), targeting improved quality of life and life expectancy for over 90 million people through equitable access to quality healthcare services.

Key Highlights:
Objective: The WB approved WBHSRP will support delivery of personalized healthcare services across the state for people over 30 years.

• It provides digital tracking of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as hypertension and diabetes.

Loan Terms: The International Bank of Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) approved a loan  with a maturity of 16.5 years, including a grace period of 3 years. 
Health Indicators: West Bengal has made sustainable health gains in the past 20 years, with Infant Mortality Rates (IMR) declining from 32 deaths per 1000 births in 2018 to 2012 to 19 deaths in 2018 to 2020.

• Also, the Total Fertility Rate (TFR) stood at 1.64 births per woman in 2019, among the lowest in the country.
• Life expectancy in the state has reached 72 years, above the national average.

Challenge: Despite the improvements, West Bengal has the second-highest rate of adolescent pregnancies in India at 16%, contributing to a Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) of 103 deaths per 1,00,000 live births in 2018.
GBV: The Program will also support strengthening gender-based violence (GBV) services including targeted interventions for boys, married adolescents, and healthcare providers.
Five Districts: The programme will enhance access to quality healthcare services and reduce inequities in maternal and adolescent health in the districts of Purulia, Birbhum, Murshidabad, Maldah and Uttar Dinajpur.
About World Bank (WB)
President– Ajay Banga
Headquarters-Washington, DC, the United States of America (USA)
Established-1944

SBI Life Launches ‘Smart Platina Advantage’ Guaranteed Savings PlanIn January 2026, SBI Life Insurance launched ‘SBI Life – Smart Platina Advantage’, an individual, non-linked, non-participating life insurance savings plan offering long-term guaranteed benefits and life insurance protection to support financial goals across life stages, such as children’s education, retirement, and wealth creation.

About ‘Smart Platina Advantage’ Guaranteed Savings Plan:
Product Nature: A savings-oriented life insurance plan offering guaranteed benefits and financial protection.
Life Cover: Provides security for the family throughout the policy term in case of the life assured’s death.
Minimum Premium: The plan features limited premium payment terms, assured guaranteed additions every policy year, and flexible maturity payout options (lump sum or instalments) for post-maturity liquidity, available from Rs.50,000 annual premiums with tax benefits under Income Tax Act provisions.
Term: Limited premium payment of 7 or 10 years with coverage for 15, 20, or 30 years.
Guaranteed Additions: Accrues annually to boost maturity value, with higher additions for larger premiums and longer terms.
Maturity Option: Flexibility to receive maturity proceeds in installments up to 7 years for post-maturity liquidity.
Transparency: Ensures predictable outcomes with guaranteed additions and protection regardless of market fluctuations.
SBI Signs MoU with TN PSUs for Enhanced Salary Benefits
In January 2026, the State Bank of India (SBI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Tamil Nadu (TN) to extend enhanced benefits under the Corporate Salary Package (CSP) for TN’s State Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) employees.

• The MoU was signed by C.R. Balaji, Additional Director and ex-officio Joint Secretary, Finance Department, TN, and Smitha S. Nair, Deputy General Manager, SBI.

Key Benefits of CSP:
Cost Savings: The package offers zero-balance salary accounts, concessional interest rates on home, car, and personal loans, and a waiver of processing fees across select banking and loan services.
Premium Access: Employees receive premium banking support, including dedicated relationship managers, wealth management solutions, and secure, customized digital banking platforms for seamless transactions.

IGGEFIL Sanctions First International Green Loan for Zambia Solar Project
In January 2026, IREDA Global Green Energy Finance IFSC Limited (IGGEFIL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited (IREDA), sanctioned its first international green energy loan of USD 22.5 million to Swarna Solar Limited (SSL) for developing a 100 Megawatt (MW) Photovoltaic (PV) Solar Power Project in Serenje District, Central Province of Zambia.

 About Loan Sanction:
First Overseas: This sanction marks IGGEFIL’s inaugural international loan since its incorporation at Gujarat International Finance Tec-City
(GIFT City), Gandhinagar, Gujarat.
GIFT Advantage: Operating from GIFT City enables access to foreign-currency loans, reducing hedging costs and improving global competitiveness.
Catalyst: The loan was approved to leverage competitive international capital for global renewable energy development, positioning IREDA as a global catalyst for clean energy financing.
Policy Alignment: The move supports the Government of India’s (GoI) vision of promoting cross-border investments in renewable energy.

ECONOMY & BUSINESS

BSNL & Viasat Collaborate for Indian Navy’s SatCom Upgrade
In January 2026, Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) and Viasat, Inc., an American satellite communications firm, announced a partnership to support the next phase of the Indian Navy’s (IN) Satellite Communications (SatCom) upgrade programme.

Key Details of Partnership:
Integration: Viasat’s Ka‑band systems will integrate with BSNL’s L‑band network, enabling the IN’s multi‑band SATCOM connectivity.
Enhanced Connectivity: Strengthening coverage and providing dependable communication for vital naval operations.
Key Roles:

• Viasat: An international government team to manage the program under the Communication Services segment.
• BSNL: Provide gateway infrastructure, integration, and strategic support for naval SATCOM.

Installation:  Viasat’s equipment has reached India, with installation scheduled to start in late January 2026.

APPOINTMENTS & RESIGNATIONS

Shaea Muhssin Mohammed Al-Zindani Appointed as PM of YemenOn January 15, 2026, Yemen’s Presidential Leadership Council (PLC) appointed Shaea Muhssin Mohammed Al-Zindani, Foreign Minister of Yemen, as the new Prime Minister (PM) of Yemen. 

• He succeeds Salem bin Braik, who formally submitted his resignation during a meeting with PLC Chairman Rashad Al-Alimi in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

About Shaea Muhssin Mohammed Al-Zindani:
Profile: He is a senior Yemeni diplomat and politician, widely recognized for his extensive diplomatic experience and key role in representing Yemen internationally during a critical phase in the country’s political transition.
Diplomatic Career: He has had an extensive career in diplomacy and foreign service.

• He served as Deputy Foreign Minister of Yemen during the early 1990s, followed by key ambassadorial assignments as Yemen’s Ambassador to the United Kingdom(UK) (1991–1994), Italy (2005–2010) with concurrent non-resident accreditation to Greece, Serbia, Albania, and San Marino and later to Jordan (from 2010).
• He also represented Yemen as Ambassador to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations (UN) from 2008 to 2010.

Previous Role: Before his appointment as PM, he served as Yemen’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates from 2024.
About Yemen:
Capital – Sanaa
Currency – Yemeni Rial (YER)

President Droupadi Murmu Appoints Praveen Vashista as Vigilance Commissioner in CVC
On 16 January 2026, President of India, Droupadi Murmu, has appointed Praveen Vashista as Vigilance Commissioner(VC) in the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) for four years or until the incumbent attains the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier.

• The appointment was made through a warrant dated 12 December 2025 under Section 4(1) of the CVC Act, 2003.

About Praveen Vashista :
Experience: He brings more than 30 years of expertise in law enforcement, criminal investigations, and internal security management.
Background: He is an Indian Police Service (IPS) officer from the 1991 batch, belonging to the Bihar cadre.
State-Level Experience: He held key positions in Bihar, including Inspector General (IG) roles in the Economic Offences Wing and the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), as well as serving as Superintendent of Police (SP) in districts such as Ranchi, Dumka, and Garhwa.
Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI): At the central level, he served in the CBI as SP and Deputy Inspector General (DIG).
Central Deputation: He occupied senior roles in  the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), including Joint Secretary, Additional Secretary, Officer on Special Duty (OSD), and Special Secretary (Internal Security).

ICICI Bank Re-appointed Sandeep Bakshi as MD & CEO till 2028
In January 2026, ICICI Bank Limited re-appointed Sandeep Bakshi as  Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for another two years, with effect from October 04, 2026 to October 03, 2028.

• His reappointment is subject to further approval from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), stakeholders, and such other approvals as may be required.
• Apart from his reappointment, the Board of Directors (BoDs) of the bank has also re-appointed Ajay Kumar Gupta as Executive Director (ED) of the bank for another two years with effect from November 27, 2026 to November 26, 2028.

About Sandeep Bakshi:
Previous Tenure: Bakshi was appointed as the MD and CEO of the bank for the 1st time in October 2018 and later, his term was extended until October 2026.
Previous Role: Prior to his appointment as MD & CEO, he served as a Whole-time Director (WTD) and the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the bank.
Other Roles: Bakshi has been associated with the ICICI Group since 1996 and has held various senior positions across the group in ICICI Limited, ICICI Lombard General Insurance, ICICI Bank and ICICI Prudential Life Insurance.

IMPORTANT DAYS

Indian Army Day 2026 – January 15Indian Army (IA) Day also known as Bhartiya Sena Diwas is celebrated annually across India on 15th January to honour the courage, discipline and sacrifice of Indian Army (IA) personnel.

• 15 January 2026 marks the 78th IA Day.

Background: 
Historical Significance: The day marks the appointment of General (later Field Marshal) K.M. Cariappa as the first Indian Commander-in-Chief (C-in-C) of the Indian Army in 1949, succeeding General Sir Francis Robert Roy Bucher, the last British C-in-C of independent India.
Formation: Although the IA was established in 1895, its first Indian Chief was appointed only in 1949.
2026 Events:
Event: On 15th January 2026, the IA celebrated its 78th Army Day with a grand parade held at Mahal Road in Jaipur, Rajasthan, making it the fourth time, the event was held outside New Delhi (Delhi)  and the first time outside a military cantonment.

• The Army Day Parade was hosted for the first time by the South Western Command, also known as the Sapta Shakti Command.

Gallantry: Sena Medals (Posthumous) were awarded to the Next of Kin of five soldiers for acts of bravery.
March Past: The parade featured over 30 contingents, including seven major marching units such as the MADRAS Regiment, RAJPUT Regiment, Regiment of Artillery, Mixed Scouts, and National Cadet Corps (NCC) Girls Contingent.
International: The Nepal Army Band participated, underscoring strong India–Nepal defence cooperation.
Bhairav Battalion: The newly raised Bhairav Battalion made its first public appearance as an agile combat force designed for rapid response, drone-enabled warfare, and multi-domain operations.
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